Phrases Describing Activity Flashcards
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Q
meter la mano hasta el codo en algo
A
to do something with great dedication; to take something selfishly
Literally: “to put one’s hand up to the elbow in something”
1
Q
enrollarse con
A
to get mixed up or involved with
Literally: “to get rolled up with”
2
Q
no estar quieto(a) ni a la de tres
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to not be quiet for even one minute
Literally: “to not be still even for that of three”
3
Q
torear
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to manage/manipulate people or a situation
Literally: “to fight a bull; to provoke”
4
Q
Zapatero a tus zapatos.
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Mind your own business; let’s stick to what we know best.
Literally: “Shoemaker to your shoes.”
